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The Newest Inhabitant of the Orchid Garden This little lizard decided that my chair, in the Orchid Garden was the perfect perch. He found a bit of sun, to warm himself up, and happily hung out. Of course, the irony of his new home is that the Orchids are intentionally...
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The Stonewall Jackson Shrine Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania national Military Park Lexington, Virginia Yes, another unexpected stop, which like so many National Parks and Museums that I visit, really come to life because of a Park Ranger or Docent, who seems to love their work and so willingly shares the knowledge they...
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To love a painting is to feel that this presence is… not an object but a voice. ~ Andre Malraux ~ South Entrance to the Covered Bridge in Winter Snow by Paul Sawyier Though born in Ohio, Paul Sawyier (1865-1917) is considered one of Kentucky’s finest artists; I was introduced to him by my...
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Campbell House Antiques At the end of our time in Cleveland, this summer, after Charlotte was home from her two month stay at the Cleveland Clinic, I decided to go in search of Oberlin, where I had once considered going to college, though I had never seen the town. As Kate worked from her...
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On December 1, 2011 the world learned that Warren Weinstein, a kidnapped American, was in the hands of Al Qaeda, as Ayman al-Zawahiri proudly boasted, stating his demands; and taunting Mr. Weinstein’s family, saying that President Obama had made no effort on Mr. Weinstein’s behalf. It seems that there is no end to this...
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Other People’s Gardens I often stop to admire other people’s gardens. Enjoying others stopping by to see my garden, makes me believe that they will not mind. Thus I offer you a look at the beauty others are tending to, and me enjoying. I too have Fuchsia growing in my yard...
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Pork Tenderloin with Apples Pork tenderloin is one of my favorite cuts of meat. It is easy to prepare, there is little waste (no bones or gristle, and it has just enough fat to ensure a moist dish), it can be dressed up or down. I will use tenderloin to make everything from southern...
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Children’s Books Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus! I have a small hard back copy of the book, by Frances Pharcellus Church which I love reading at Christmas time, no matter what else you believe, believe in Santa Claus, at least why you read this little story. There are new children in our...
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Wild Turkeys! When we moved from California to Maine, we ended up living in a lovely home that was neatly tucked away in the midst of five acres of wood. There were wild blueberries and raspberries growing in our woods, as well as Lady Slipper orchids. Deer were abundant, as were raccoons, squirrels, and...
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Spinach Pie or Spanakopita For many, we are now heading into the holiday season where we look forward to sharing meals with family and friends. For most of us, those holiday menus are all but set in stone. We will be eating traditional foods passed down through generations, which we eagerly look forward to...
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